In a few days I should be
able to publish blog notes more often I hope. Meanwhile I was able to
finish one long overdue 3Wb element, started week ago. It is a second -
and last - unit of gaesatae. I think they are amongst the worst 15 mm
elements I painted so far to be honest. It is partly due to lack of
afflatus (is it right word?), partly due to miniatures. They sculpt is
deep and crisp but muscles are more of fantasy type then being
reflection of real anatomy. There are some positives though - one of the
miniatures bears torque - popular celtic and gallic personal
adornment, neckring or bracelet - made from precious metal. This is the
first Corvus Belli miniature where I can see it clearly sculpted. It is
near invisible but I know that it is there;) Since I had only three more
naked fanatics miniatures and two of them were of relaxed pose, I
decided to add one miniature from "Victory and death" blister pack, with
another static, naked miniature, holding head of the fallen enemy. This
warrior just put his shield and spear on the ground (added to bring him
on par with his mates) to free hands to chop off head from his
opponent. Slightly red tinted blade of the sword is the final touch. I
have six 3WB ready from eight total in II/11 army. Last two elements of
this kind, being painted now, are swordsmen.